Apax Partners, a leading global private equity firm, has completed the acquisition of 50% stake in Becton, Dickinson and Company, a leading global medical technology company. Financial terms were not disclosed. “We have been proactively targeting the industry for respiratory devices and have been impressed with the continued progress the company has made over the past few years. We are pleased to have the opportunity to work with the entire team in further developing Respiratory Solutions’ position as a focused and leading global player. In order to take advantage of this opportunity, we are highly supportive of an investment program to further strengthen the business’s existing platform, both organically and through acquisitions.” Steven Dyson, Apax Partners Partner.